Get ready, Parrotheads, Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band are coming to the Santa Barbara Bowl. Tickets are on sale now for the Oct. 16 concert that continues the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the album, “Son of a Son of a Sailor.” The Son of a Son of a Sailor High Tide Tour is sure to include the fan favorite and Grammy Hall of Fame inducted...
What to do & where to stay during Fiesta in Santa Barbara Perhaps Santa Barbara’s greatest festival, Old Spanish Days Fiesta is an ideal time to visit and experience the color, culture, spirit and heritage of Santa Barbara. This 5-day festival draws large crowds from both near and for its music, Spanish flamenco and Mexican folklórico dancing, traditional food and historic parade. Make sure you browse our Santa Barbara vacation...
Set sail along the coastline of the American Riviera and relax as the beauty of Mother Nature makes all your stress fade away. Sip wine on the sea and get up close with marine life. From whale watching trips to romantic sunset cruises, a journey to the Channel Islands, and even the famous Santa Barbara Harbor taxi, Lil’ Toot, there’s a sailing adventure for everyone. Memories on water Take a short...
Polo season is in full swing, so put on your derby attire and enjoy Friday happy hour or a regal Sunday afternoon at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. Toast to summer with bubbly champagne as you watch majestic horses jockeyed by some of the world’s best Polo players who come every season between May and October to ride on this stunning field. Did you know Polo is one...
The Santa Barbara Summer Solstice parade and festival draws crowds of more than 100,000 people from around the Central Coast and beyond. As a celebration of season, color, music, dance and life, summer solstice in Santa Barbara spans three days, and includes both a parade and festival. The festival takes place at Alameda Park on Jun 21-23, 2019 and is an eclectic mix of world music, arts and crafts, food...
The Santa Barbara Bowl’s 2019 concert series kicks-off with a performance by Blood Orange + Christine and the Queens on April 18. Other April shows include performances by Zedd on April 19, a sold-out Rüfüs du Sol on April 20 and a performance by The 1975 on April 21. Be sure to check the SB Bowl Calendar to stay up-to-date on “just-announced” shows. An evening of music and memories at the Santa...
Now that the evenings are warming up, it’s time to rediscover “1st Thursday.” If you have yet to experience 1st Thursday in Santa Barbara, it’s one of the best opportunities to take an evening stroll down State Street and experience a taste of what makes Santa Barbara so delightful. Wine and Cheese and Art, Oh my! On the first Thursday of every month, between 5-8 p.m., art galleries, museums and...
Get your green on and connect with other fest-goers who are as passionate about Mother Earth as you are. Santa Barbara’s Earth Day celebration is touted as one of the longest running in the country, now in its 49th year. It’s also said to be one of the largest, hosting 200 eco-conscious organizations and business exhibitors and welcoming as many as 30,000 visitors. SB Earth Day festivities start Friday evening...
